Cook (Casual)

**Competition Number**

2023-822-016

**Job Type**

Casual

This posting may be used to fill other permanent vacancies, including part-time and/or full-time positions

**Hours**

May consist of days, evenings and weekends

Subject to change based on operational requirements

**Classification**

COOK1

**Department**

Nutrition and Food Services

**Salary**

$26.7327 to $27.3487 hourly

As per CUPE LOCAL 822 Collective Agreement

**Closing Date**

Friday, February 24, 2023

**Description**

As part of the Nutrition and Environmental Services team, the cook is responsible for the preparation of a variety of food items for patients, visitors and staff in accordance with sanitary regulations. The cook will prepare food for patients that are on regular, modified or therapeutic diets.

**Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team**:

- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes portability, inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
- Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
- A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D) based on package eligibility
- Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee LifeWorks Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more

**Qualifications**
- Secondary school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum Assistant Cook Certification
- Minimum one year experience in institutional or commercial food handling and food preparation
- Ability to work in accordance with safe food handling practices
- Must be physically able to stand, reach, bend and lift on a regular basis
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to perform routine tasks (including but not limited to pot washing, dishes, sweeping, mopping, cleaning, food prep)
- Knowledge of WHMIS
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred
- Reliable attendance record
- We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH._
- Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position._
- LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles._
- We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation._
- For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393_

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: $26.73-$27.35 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kenora, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location